Nymphaea cultivars
Water Lily , Hardy & Tropical
Description
Nymphaea is a water lily. It grows to less than 1' high. Leaves are large and green, but during the fall, the leaves are bronze colored. Flowers are pink and yellow.
Plant Type
Aquatic
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Pink, Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Bronze, Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
High, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Tropical, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Patio, Park
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.